May 28, (THEWILL) – Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper, Sergio Rico, was admitted to the hospital on Sunday morning, after a harrowing incident during a horse riding mishap.
The Spanish athlete had returned to his hometown of Seville after his team’s Ligue 1 title-winning draw against Strasbourg the previous night, during which he remained on the substitutes’ bench. Media outlets in Spain, such as COPE, AS, and Marca, reported on the seriousness of Rico’s condition, with Cadena Ser stating that he was unconscious. Medical examinations are currently underway to determine the extent of his injuries.
While initial accounts suggest that Rico may have sustained head or neck injuries from a collision with a runaway horse and his, no official confirmation has been provided yet. However, following the public disclosure of Rico’s hospitalisation, both Paris Saint-Germain and his former club, Sevilla, issued statements online to confirm the news.
PSG expressed their concern and support for the player, stating: “Paris Saint-Germain learned of the accident involving its player, Sergio Rico, on Sunday, and remains in constant contact with his loved ones. The entire Red and Blue community offers them its full support.”
Meanwhile, Sevilla took to Twitter to extend their well wishes, posting: “Lots of strength and a speedy recovery, @sergiorico25.”
Rico, who joined PSG after departing Sevilla in 2020, has had an eventful career, including a loan stint with Mallorca last season and a previous loan spell in the English Premier League with Fulham.
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